Plantation Bitters and the Rise of a Health Talisman
A historical account details how Plantation Bitters gained fame on the island of St Thomas through a physician’s experiences and a push to manufacture abroad. The tonic, made from vegetable ingredients and St Croix rum, rapid ly spread worldwide and claimed to treat fever, malaria, dyspepsia, and other ailments with immediate benefits. Over five million bottles are produced annually for a broad age range.
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